What is Prostate Cancer?

There are many different types of prostate cancer, but when we speak about prostate cancer we are usually talking about adenocarcinoma. Adenocarcinoma is a tumor which originates from the epithelial component of the gland. In plain English, epithelial cells are the ones that form the lining of the ducts and which normally contibute fluid to the ejaculate. Cancer is when they proliferate out of control and spread beyond their normal boundaries.

A Short Note on Using the Internet for Prostate Cancer Research

Prostate cancer is a diverse and varied condition. No two men are the same and no two tumors are exactly the same. For this reason, be cautious when reading information about prostate cancer as it may not be relevant to your situation or completely opposite of what you need.

We are here to provide you with the perspective and insight that comes from treating thousands of men with prostate cancer over many years and having managed the entire spectrum of this disease. We will provide you with all of the relevant information to assist with your own research or should you choose to obtain a second opinion elsewhere. We have endeavored to include what we feel to be the most important subjects on prostate cancer since it is impossible to be comprehensive.

On the Web

General Prostate Cancer Web-Resources

Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York is an excellent resource for information on prostate cancer. Balanced, unbiased discussions of the disease, including discussion regarding some of the controversies in prostate cancer.

BC Cancer Agency: Good general website from the British Columbia Cancer Agency. Has contact information on locations.

National Cancer Institute: Excellent source of understandable and mainly unbiased information. Several very good brochures on every stage of prostate cancer.

National Comprehensive Cancer Network: peer-reviewed expert content/prostate cancer guidance on evidence-based cancer diagnosis and management. Best for Prostate and Kidney Cancer. The most in-depth information is located in the physician section and requires registration.